Redmi Note 13R vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra

The Redmi Note 13R (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 45/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5030); the Redmi Note 13R is noticeably lighter (205g vs 226g).

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R by 44 points (89/100 vs 45/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Redmi Note 13R

Performance —
Display 66
Camera 30
Battery 47
Portability 54
Value for money —

Xiaomi 17 Ultra

Performance 97
Display 89
Camera 93
Battery 80
Portability 40
Value for money 88

What makes Redmi Note 13R better?

  • Lighter: 205g vs 226g

  • Better portability (54/100 vs 40/100)

What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?

  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5030 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 33W

  • Better camera (93/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (80/100 vs 47/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 66/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 13R vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 44 points higher (89/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (89/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (93/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (80/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 13R is a bit better (54/100 vs 40/100).

Xiaomi 17 Ultra: The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification Redmi Note 13R Xiaomi 17 Ultra
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu — 3667711
Geekbench Single — 3639
Geekbench Multi — 11047
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2460 3200x1440
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5030 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 33W 90W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
DXOMark (camera) — 166
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 200 MP
Front camera 8 MP 32 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14, HyperOS Android 16
Brightness (peak) 550 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP53 IP68
Dimensions 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm
Weight 205 g 226 g
Launch price — $999

Camera comparison

Redmi Note 13R

  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera

Xiaomi 17 Ultra

  • Main: 50MP f/1.63
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 200MP
  • Front: 32MP
93
camera

Display comparison

Redmi Note 13R

  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
66
display

Xiaomi 17 Ultra

  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
89
display

Battery and charging

Redmi Note 13R

  • 5030 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
47
battery

Xiaomi 17 Ultra

  • 6000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
80
battery

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Redmi Note 13R

Price unknown

Xiaomi 17 Ultra

$999

Detailed category analysis

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (89/100 vs 66/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (93/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (80/100 vs 47/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 13R is a bit better (54/100 vs 40/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Redmi Note 13R or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R by 44 points (89/100 vs 45/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi Note 13R and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Redmi Note 13R has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 13R or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 30/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Note 13R over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.